UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Environmental pollution and degradation Introduction: India’s Plastic Waste Management framework has evolved since 2016 to reduce plastic pollution. The Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regime set strict collection targets up to 100% by 2024–25. However, the 2026 amendments introduce flexibility in compliance, such as carry-forward provisions and tradable certificates. This shift… Continue reading Elastic rules: On the Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2026
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Transforming India’s Nuclear Power Landscape
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction India plans a major expansion of nuclear power from 8,180 MW to 100 GW by 2047. This shift is linked to Viksit Bharat 2047 and net-zero emissions by 2070. The SHANTI Act, 2025 replaces earlier laws and opens the sector to private participation. Nuclear energy is now seen… Continue reading Transforming India’s Nuclear Power Landscape
Measles
News: Bangladesh launched an emergency vaccination campaign targeting more than a million children as a fast-spreading measles outbreak sweeps across the nation. About Measles Measles is an infection of the respiratory system, immune system and skin. It is also known as morbilli. Caused by: It is caused by the measles virus (MV), a paramyxovirus of… Continue reading Measles
Tribes of Nicobar – Nicobari (Nicobarese) and Shompen
News: A draft plan to relocate Nicobarese tribal communities affected by the Great Nicobar Island mega-infrastructure project to their ancestral lands has created confusion and increased concerns among local people. About Tribes of Nicobar – Nicobari (Nicobarese) and Shompen About Nicobari (Nicobarese) Tribe The Nicobari tribe lives in all the inhabited islands of the Nicobar… Continue reading Tribes of Nicobar – Nicobari (Nicobarese) and Shompen
Building the information backbone for India’s drinking water future
Source: The post “Building the information backbone for India’s drinking water future” has been created, based on “Building the information backbone for India’s drinking water future” published in “The Hindu” on 3 April 2026. Building the information backbone for India’s drinking water future. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3-Economy Context: India is implementing one of the world’s… Continue reading Building the information backbone for India’s drinking water future
Chambal River
News: The Supreme Court of India stayed a Rajasthan notification altering the boundaries of the National Chambal Gharial Sanctuary that freed 732 hectares along the Chambal River. About Chambal River Origin: It is a perennial river which originates from Janapav hills, situated south of Mhow town near Indore, along the southern slopes of the Vindhya… Continue reading Chambal River
Orderly Exit: On India and Energy Transition Issues
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction Global energy shocks have been recurring, from the 1973 Yom Kippur War to the 2022 Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. However, the present crisis involving U.S.–Israeli strikes on Iran is different as it disrupts both oil and gas flows. This disruption comes at a time when the global energy… Continue reading Orderly Exit: On India and Energy Transition Issues
The Textbook Controversy and Core Issue
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2 – Constitution of India —historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Introduction The Supreme Court of India reacted strongly to a Class 8 NCERT textbook that referred to issues like corruption in the judiciary. It initiated suo motu action, banned the book, and formed a committee. The… Continue reading The Textbook Controversy and Core Issue
Corridor of opportunity: On the end of Left Wing Extremism
Source: The post “Corridor of opportunity: On the end of Left Wing Extremism” has been created, based on “Corridor of opportunity: On the end of Left Wing Extremism” published in “The Hindu” on 2 April 2026. Corridor of opportunity: On the end of Left Wing Extremism. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The recent declaration… Continue reading Corridor of opportunity: On the end of Left Wing Extremism
A West Asia security rethink amid America’s role
Source: The post “A West Asia security rethink amid America’s role” has been created, based on “A West Asia security rethink amid America’s role” published in “The Hindu” on 2 April 2026. A West Asia security rethink amid America’s role. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- International Relations Context: The ongoing military confrontation involving the United States,… Continue reading A West Asia security rethink amid America’s role
